Outside the Beltway

Hegseth didn’t label Mormons as “Christian” on his list and Mike Lee isn’t happy.

180 faiths are now “Other” or “None.”

Returning to a debate from the comment section.

Pete’s prayer and Franklin Graham weighs in.

Because sometimes you have to laugh, lest ye cry.

Hegseth’s pulpit.

Also, this Just In: WWII Was 80 Years Ago

We can forgive the raping, graft, election stealing, and warmongering. But this goes too far!

Trump attacks the Pope on Truth Social, You know, as one does.

The appointment of white supremacist to a State Department slot creates some thoughts.

Right in front of our noses, one might say.

On nations, borders, and laws.

Who needs fancy book learnin’ if you already have all the answers?

A sad fact about the quality of American leadership and an indictment of Christians who ardently support it.

The takeaway of Hegseth’s video and the Pentagon’s clarification is meant to be obvious. 

A window into White Christian Nationalism (as endorsed by Pete Hegseth!).

Cruz on supporting Israel.

Robert Francis Prevost has been elected to head the Catholic Church

The 88-year-old Bishop of Rome has died.

Don’t panic, it’s just a quote and an observation.

On Christian compassion (and hypocrisy) and a little bit of the Streisand Effect for good measure.

Pro-tip: Googling BEFORE posting a Hot Take can save a lot of embarrasment

Taliban Edition

The US Presidential election pits “two evils” who are “against life.”